Wind Farm Operations – Control Room Operator

Job Responsibilities

• Operate commercial wind farms and renewable energy facilities remotely.
• Make decisions on non-routine or escalated technical issues.
• Use multiple data sources such as SCADA, plant controls, and data historians to troubleshoot problems with sites and site equipment.
• Independently prioritize and execute responsibilities for a single trade, group of related tasks, or functional area.
• Check own work and possibly the work of others; ensure work results meet the highest quality standards and advanced technical competency.
• Resolve complex technical issues, conferring with leadership as needed; serve as a resource to others in resolving complex issues.
• Work under limited supervision; be a results-oriented self-starter able to work independently.
• Prioritize schedules and guide others in task completion within clearly defined schedules set by management.
• Provide on-the-job skills training to others in complex technical areas.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of electrical theory.
• Organize and manage multiple projects.
• Plan effectively and discern problems that need immediate attention versus those that allow more time to resolve.
• Adapt to changing priorities.
• Ensure awareness of and compliance with NERC/CIP requirements applicable to facility and remote operations.
• Make timely decisions, apply seasoned judgment, and display personal responsibility.
• Display unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment.
• Be a team player—able to quickly build good working relationships.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Good understanding of wind farm performance (thermal, physical, operational, and environmental) including factors that impact performance.
• Able to recognize off-normal conditions and trends in critical equipment parameters.
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills to develop relationships with customers, Plant Support personnel, and Plant Operations personnel.
• Strong working knowledge of rotating components such as pumps, motors, generators, and field instrumentation.
• Familiarity with Condition Based Maintenance programs and technology applications.
• Effective English communication and technical report writing skills.
• Proficiency with various software programs and systems (e.g., MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as database use.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision, perform in a team environment, and communicate effectively with others.

Experience

• Six (6) to ten (10) years’ experience in wind farm operations, renewable energy, or related power generation roles as a Generation/Plant Engineer, Lead Operator, Maintenance Technician, or Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) Specialist. Experience and knowledge in all aspects of wind farm systems and operations.

Education Requirements

• Required: High School Diploma. Associates degree of Applied Science from technical/vocational school, military service, or equivalent experience. Desired: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to do walking, reaching, climbing, stooping, and lifting (up to 50 pounds). Comfortable working a rotating shift schedule. Occasional travel for site visits.

What We Offer

• Supportive company culture that values its employees
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs